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Toftøyosen Lighthouse

Fl White/Red/Green 4s🇳🇴Øygarden, NOOperational

Location & Light Range

About Toftøyosen Lighthouse

This concrete post lighthouse stands 5 meters tall on the west side of Toftøy, approximately 800 meters north of Trælevika. It features a square structure painted white, topped with a red lantern roof and gallery. The light emits a white, red, or green signal with a 4-second cycle. Its focal height is 5.5 meters, providing a geographic range of 8.6 nautical miles. The lighthouse is operational and located within the Vestland region.

Why it matters: The lighthouse's sector lights are essential for guiding vessels safely past the western shores of Toftøy, marking channels and hazards near Trælevika.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl White/Red/Green 4s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White/Red/Green
Interval
4s
Raw Code
Fl WGR 4s
Focal Height
5.5m
Geographic Range
8.6NM

Location

City
Øygarden
Country
🇳🇴Norway
Region
Vestland
Sea Region
west side of Toftøy, about 800 m north of Trælevika
Latitude
60.1872°
Longitude
5.0403°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
5m
Tower Shape
square
Tower Color
white with a red lantern roof
Material
concrete

Structure: A 5m concrete post with lantern and gallery, painted white with a red lantern roof.

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Glesvar(1.4 km)
Admiralty No.
B4076
NGA No.
4004
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Toftøyosen Lighthouse at night?+
Toftøyosen displays the characteristic Fl White/Red/Green 4s. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white/red/green color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Toftøyosen Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Toftøyosen Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Glesvær at 1 NM to the N. Other ports served include Eide Sotra (3.9 NM NNE), Tælavåg (4.1 NM NNW), Torangsvåg (5.6 NM SE), Hufthammar (6.1 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Toftøyosen Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Toftøyosen Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Toftøyosen Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Toftøyosen Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.